Ngā kōrero hou mō te kaupapa mahi ki Kawau
Kawau project operational updates
Keep up with all the important updates on the Kawau Island pest eradication project.
Introduction
The success of this programme, initially and long term, depends on the support and involvement of Kawau Island’s community. Auckland Council is committed to working with you, keeping you up to date and listening to your feedback.
This is your page to keep up with all the important updates on the Kawau Island pest eradication programme and some of the environmental outcomes we hope to celebrate in the future.
Map of Kawau Island showing the hunting blocks, fence lines and gates.
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Kawau Island Operations Update - 20-27 August
We’ve started targeted hunting in the northern blocks to maintain pressure on populations across the island. This is to help suppress wallaby and possum numbers while eradication efforts continue in the south.
From Wednesday 20 August to Wednesday 27 August, we’ll move into Block 7 (refer to map), with hunting only on properties where access has been granted to team members Paul Prip, Laurie Mathews and Jezz Scott, along with indicator dog Hoi. They will be walking Block 7 to familiarise themselves with the area ahead of night hunting.
What:
- Field team site familiarisation.
- Targeted night hunting (firearms with suppressors, strict safety protocols in place).
Where:
- Block 7, Moana Creek, Starboard Arm (west side), Beaumont Point, Pembles, Vivian & Little Vivian Bay (see map) - ONLY on properties where access has been granted.
When:
- Wednesday 20 through to Thursday 21 August - daytime site familiarisation walkthrough,
- From 6pm each evening, from Wednesday 20 August through to Wednesday 27 August (weather permitting), night hunting only on properties where access has been granted.
Questions or concerns
Contact the project team at: kawauislandproject@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or phone 09 301 0101.
Previous updates
Check out previous updates 1 May to 17 August 2025 (PDF 127KB).
